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Valerie Kading

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner Tucson, AZ Sierra Tucson
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
3 years at Sierra Tucson
Gender
Female
Connections
501
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 86,546 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Nurse Practitioner specialty. Valerie Kading is one of them.
  • 1,618 Nurse Practitioners are based in AZ (out of 27,246 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 19 contacts at Sierra Tucson are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Nurse Practitioner compensation in AZ: $106,000 – $158,000 (median $123,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Nurse Practitioners in AZ: Banner Health (102), Mayo Clinic (27), Honorhealth (23).
  • 3% of Nurse Practitioners in AZ hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 83% of Nurse Practitioners in AZ have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed July 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
University Of Arizona Eller College Of Management
Master Of Business Administration
2019
University Of Arizona
2004
University Of Arizona
2002
University Of Arizona
1996
New Mexico State University
Doctorates
2016
Skills
Psychiatric Care Psychiatric Evaluation And Medication Management Nursing Management Nursing Education Behavioral Health Case Management Clinical Research Emr Healthcare Healthcare Management Hospitals Inpatient Medicine Mental Health Nursing Registered Nurses Treatment Nurse Practitioners Bls Program Development Crisis Intervention Public Speaking Leadership Mental Health Counseling Business Administration Psychiatry Medication Therapy Management Psychology Process Optimization Business Strategy Executive Leadership Team Leadership Mental Health Care Presenter Community Outreach Communication Customer Service Acute Care Health Management Electronic Medical Record Operations Management Addiction Psychiatry
About Sierra Tucson
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
100 to 499
Revenue
$10M to <$50M
Office Location
39580 S Lago Del Oro Pkwy, Tucson, AZ
Professional Overview

Valerie Kading is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, currently affiliated with Sierra Tucson, based in Tucson, AZ. As a nurse practitioner, Kading contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Tucson, AZ. They have been with Sierra Tucson for 3 years. Kading holds academic credentials, including Master Of Business Administration and Doctorates, from University Of Arizona Eller College Of Management and University Of Arizona. Core competencies include Psychiatric Care, Psychiatric Evaluation And Medication Management, Nursing Management, Nursing Education, Behavioral Health. Sierra Tucson operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 100 to 499 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit nurse practitioner professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to nurse practitioner specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Tucson, AZ healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Valerie Kading located?
Valerie Kading is based in Tucson, AZ. They are currently affiliated with Sierra Tucson.
What is Valerie Kading's specialty?
Valerie Kading specializes in Nurse Practitioner. Their current role is Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner.
Where does Valerie Kading currently work?
Valerie Kading currently works at Sierra Tucson. They have been there for 3 years.
What is Valerie Kading's educational background?
Valerie Kading attended University Of Arizona Eller College Of Management and University Of Arizona.
How do I contact Valerie Kading for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Nurse Practitioner?
Recruiting nurse practitioners typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for nurse practitioners across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Nurse Practitioner in AZ?
Nurse Practitioners in AZ typically earn $106,000 to $158,000 annually, with a median of $123,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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